Category: Restaurants

Where do I even begin? Let’s start with some background. Alinea is a restaurant in Lincoln Park in Chicago, Illinois in an unassuming building on a busy street. Any passerby could miss the gray facade and closed curtains on a weekday evening. What most Chicagoans don’t realize as they stroll quickly along Halsted Street towards […]

I am constantly asked for restaurant recommendations. Whether it is for out-of-towners in Chicago or friends who have parents in town, or a birthday dinner, I am constantly sending people lists of restaurants to fit their needs. Ella Elli, a cute mediterranean restaurant off of Southport Ave in Lakeview (Chicago), was actually recommended to me! […]

You’re hungry, you’re not looking to spend major cash, and you’re in the mood for something interesting. If you’re in Chicago, find your way over to L’Patron in Logan Square, at 3749 W Fullerton Ave. It’s an authentic, no frills Taqueria with insanely delicious Mexican food. They do not have a website, but they are on […]

I recently had the pleasure of having dinner at Entente, a small but fabulous restaurant in Lakeview on Lincoln Avenue in Chicago. Entente recently was awarded a Michelin star, which is an incredible honor for a restaurant. If you want to read more about Entente’s Michelin star rating, check out their website. Until I did […]

On Saturday, I woke up in a Chicago winter wonderland, and was so happy to have brunch plans with some girlfriends to get me out of the house (otherwise I would’ve stayed in my typical Saturday state- wrapped in a blanket and watching Gilmore Girls). I was so excited to have brunch at a new […]

Last night I has the pleasure of going to RPM Italian, a well-renowned Chicago restaurant, part of the Lettuce Entertain You restaurant group. It’s mainly known for its “sceney” atmosphere, extensive (and expensive) wine list, and its upscale Italian food. Because we were celebrating my boyfriend’s birthday, we were looking for a special meal. We […]

How fun is that to say? Bibimbap. A traditional Korean dish meaning “mixed rice.” It is typically served in a hot stone bowl. The first layer is rice which gets crispy at the bottom from being on the hot stone. It’s piled high with veggies and protein (if you choose), and a sunny side up […]